Pelling

Pelling drags you close to nature and grants you the much-desired break from the fast paced life of the cities. While in Pelling you may indulge in following activities
Trek From Yuksom
If you are an adventure enthusiast and trekking is your passion, the trek from Yuksom is a must trek for you. Yuksom was the first capital of Sikkim and presently serves as the base camp for the mountaineering troupes on the expedition Kanchenjunga. Both amateur trekkers as well experienced admire this trek as it has its own ups and downs through the way.
Admire the nature
The one thing that welcomes you to Pelling is the mesmerizing natural beauty. You must indulge in the goodness of nature here. No matter you are sitting on your hotel room’s balcony or strolling on the road in the evening, all you have is serene and picturesque beauty all around you.

Pelling is a beautiful hill station in the west of Sikkim state. The mesmerizing surroundings and the serene environment of this place make it perfect for your vacations. There are many places of attraction in the town. Here are some of them
Sangachoeling Monastery
The Sangachoeling Monastery holds great importance for the people of Sikkim. Built in the 16th century the Monastery is the oldest of the Buddhist monastery of the town. Another striking feature of this monastery is that you can only reach it on foot. A 45-minute walk to this monastery offers great sightseeing and a chance to admire the nature. The monastery is bordered with a colorful religious flag marking it as a sacred place. Photography in the monastery is not permitted without prior permission.
Khecheopalri Lake
The lake is a sacred place for both Hindus and Buddhists. The lake is renowned for its wish granting abilities and called a Wishing Lake. There are folklores that no leave has the ability to stay on the surface of the lake. Nestled amidst dense forest the lake is a serene sight to be in awe of.  The lake is a sacred one hence you do not get a chance to play in the water as all the water activities are prohibited.
Rabdentse Ruins
Rabdentse was once the capital of Sikkim. It was the 16th capital which was invaded by the Nepalese. The ruins of the place offer you a chance to peek into the life in Sikkim some years back. From here you can capture a picturesque view of the Kanchenjunga Range. The ruins are kept in a good condition and a beautiful flower bed welcomes you to the main entrance.
Pemayangtse Monastery
The place is of great interest as it homes a masterpiece, a smaller wooden replica of Santopalri, the palace of Rinpoche. The miniature is the result of 5 years of hard work and craftsmanship of Dungzin Rimpoche.  Though the monastery is a wide 118 kilometers from the main city, the pristine countryside along the path and the mesmerizing beauty of the monastery makes you journey so far truly worth. You can also witness the murals on the wall paintings restating the stories of Lamaism.
Sewaro Rock Garden
This is an artificial rock garden developed by the Department of Tourism of Sikkim. The garden presents you beautiful rock carving, structures, paths made of rocks and some mesmerizing pools and gardens. You can savor your hobby of nature photography here as the gardens offer panoramic views. Renowned as the best picnic spot of the town, the rock garden has a good cafeteria where you can have fast food with your family.
Singshore Bridge
The Singshore Bridge is the second highest suspended bridge in Asia. With a height of 220 meters, the incredible bridge is spread on 198 meters. It is at a distance of 5 kilometers from Pelling. It was built more than a decade ago and offers a scenic view to the visitors. The Sikkim tourism department is going to establish a bungee jumping station on the bridge very soon.

Food in Pelling
Pelling has some good dine in bars and restaurant that serve you delicious multi-cuisine food from across the globe. However, the local food of Sikkim has a distinct taste in itself. The people of Sikkim are fond of spices and use ample of them while cooking. Rice is a very common food used in all three meals of the day. The local people also make beer from rice and savor it on special and religious occasions.
Shopping in Pelling
While in Pelling, you must buy local spices to add taste to your food back at home. You can also buy artisans related to the Lamaism and Buddhism. Buddhism influence religious jewels and mantra chanting beads chain is a must buy from Pelling.

Pelling by Bus
The roads connecting Pelling to rest of the country are in great condition and so are the buses offered by the state transport department. You can also reach Peeling in a private bus from Siliguri, Darjeeling, Gangtok, etc.
 Pelling by Taxi
Pelling is a popular tourist place and thus almost all the cities have Taxi services to reach here. You can hire a cab and enjoy the pleasing beauty of the surroundings as you travel to Pelling.
Pelling by Train
Located at a distance of 152 kilometers, the New Jalpaiguri Railway station is the closest to the Railway station to Pelling. There are many trains from NJP Railway Station that connects the town with all the major cities of the country.
Pelling by Air
If you opt for the airways your craft would land at Bagdogra Airport which is 160 kilometers from Pelling. The airport is well-connected with all the major cities of Indian and has a regular flight to and fro. Here onwards you may continue your journey in a taxi or ride the bus to Pelling.
Pelling Distance from near by Places
Distance from Siliguri 133 Kilometers
Distance from Darjeeling 73 Kilometers
Distance from Gangtok 117 Kilometers
Distance from Bagdora 140 Kilometers
Distance from New Jalpaiguri 138 Kilometers